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You can never have enough storage in your home. More storage options help keep everything tidier and more organised.
As our clever Bunnings Workshop community members have shown, there are many areas in your home where you can shoehorn in extra storage. Here are some great examples of different ways to maximise storage.
1. Use the gap next to your fridge
Many of us dismiss the gap next to your fridge as wasted space that’s too narrow and not particularly accessible. Workshop member @DIYology turned it into a functional space by building a slimline pull-out spice rack.
Step-by-step guide how to build your own slimline spice rack by resident Bunnings D.I.Y. expert Mitch shows you how.
2. Use the walls
Harness wall space to your advantage. Workshop member @Nkbarfield built a floating wall feature in their laundry wall along with an industrial hanging clothes rail. You can build your own thanks to the step-by-step Bunnings guide How to make an industrial clothes rail.
Get more inspiration from our collection of wall storage ideas.
3. Maximise space under stairs
There are many ways to utilise the often neglected space under the stairs. Workshop member @EleventhCoastal added shelves to make it into a tidy storage area, while @kennyrussell also made the most of their stairwell by cleverly using storage units to build a butler's pantry under the stairs.
Get more inspiration from 5 ways to use the space under the stairs.
4. Organise your entryway
In many homes, the main entrance is often a drop zone for shoes, coats and everyday items as people walk in and out of the door. Experienced Workshop member @Tara86 made excellent use of limited space by building a shoe and bag organiser to help keep the entryway free of clutter.
Get more ideas from 10 ways to refresh your entryway and 15 mud room storage projects.
5. Change cupboards to drawers
Drawers can offer more practical storage and better use of space. In his project replacing kitchen cupboards with drawers, @pete_brig transformed under-bench cupboards.
Get more inspiration from our collection of 20 kitchen storage solutions.
6. Add custom shelving to optimise wardrobe space
Enhancing your wardrobe with additional shelves and hanging rails can significantly increase storage capacity. When upgrading her daughter’s wardrobe, @Alyce_Pham revamped incorporated new shelves and storage baskets, resulting in a more organised and spacious setup.
See 6 ways to add more storage to your wardrobe for more.
7. Utilise vertical space
Add storage without losing floorspace. Installing tall shelving units or wall-mounted storage solutions can help keep items organised and accessible. Experienced member @diy_hausdesigns built a custom wine-rack cabinet to maximise storage in an awkward space in his kitchen.
How to use vertical space in your home has more helpful advice.
8. Create furniture using Clever Cubes
Flexi Storage Clever Cubes offer versatile storage options. @monochromehaus crafted a D.I.Y. desk using Clever Cubes and a timber panel, creating a workspace with ample storage.
See more examples in 7 ways to use Flexi Storage Clever Cubes.
9. Implement pegboard systems in garages and workshops
Pegboards are excellent for organising tools and maximizing wall space. @lcooksey88 utilised Pinnacle pegboards as part of her garage storage makeoverto neatly display and store tools.
Get more ideas from 10 ways to add garage storage.
10. Create kids storage zones
Creating dedicated storage areas for children's items can help maintain order. Utilising labeled bins, shelves and hooks at child-friendly heights encourages kids to keep their spaces organised. @prettyliving used recycled timber shelves for storage in a kids play area.
Get more kids storage ideas.
